My career aspirations began when I realized the sacrifices my parents made to give my siblings and me a good life. I’m inspired by them constantly and after seeing what they had to go through it shaped me to seek a career in law. When my dad was near to being deported, he decided that it was hopeless to stay in the U.S. It was then that an immigration lawyer helped him and my family stay and continue our lives here in Georgia. 

Now that I’m in my junior year, majoring in English, and frequently questioned by my parents on what I’m majoring in, it’s a choice I do not regret. I chose English because I like writing and the power of words. However, what I like about the law field is the impact it has and how it helps so many individuals, families, and even animals. 

 I’ve researched the steps to becoming an attorney and after graduating college, I plan on becoming a paralegal before preparing to go to law school in Georgia. This is so I can save up money for school. What I know about becoming an attorney is having an undergraduate degree, and taking the LSAT, with the next step being the bar exam. I understand the importance of experience which is why I am currently pursuing an internship as a paralegal at a law firm. Based on the research I’ve done for being a paralegal, in Georgia it’s different for many firms but I believe that my degree will help with getting a paralegal certificate. Based on coursework I’ve done which includes drafting and analyzing it will help for relevant skills such as logical reasoning. 

What I would need to learn is legalese and considering what kind of law I would choose. I need to focus on experience in the law field and networking to gain more knowledge to get my first career job. Developing a strong communication skill and improving my skills will add on to what I can learn more from. I am aware that there will be a lot for me to learn and consider but it’s what I am aspiring to be.